The team at Jones Day acts on some of the most prolific deals in the market, placing it as a heavyweight in the industry. Representing large multi-jurisdictional clients, the team frequently stewards renewables projects for the whole life cycle of the deal, including contract review, financing, negotiations and regulatory filings. The projects and energy team is incorporated under the firm's financial markets team and is led by Jean Kuo. Kuo is an expert on infrastructure, construction and joint venture projects involving government-owned enterprises in the chemical and energy arenas. She is also renowned for advising key Japanese players in the market. Peggy Lee is additionally recommended for her growing expertise in the sector.
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Key clients
- Kawasaki Heavy Industries
- Yulon Group
- Tatung Forever Energy Co., Ltd.
Work highlights
- Advised Mitsui on its JPY 260bn (approx US$1.7bn) investment, loan and guarantee and a JPY 540bn (approx US$3.6bn) project financing for offshore wind projects Hailong II and Hailong III.
Lawyers
Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Jean Kuo
Other key lawyers
Peggy Lee